Sony Xperia Z1 Compact

As the first month of 2014 comes to a close and we no longer have an excuse for writing 2013 on our checks, CNET's editors were still busy reviewing all kinds of gear, from a killer app for note taking to a smartwatch actually worth wearing. And on top of that, we saw what one editor said is the "best small Android phone around." Don't worry, you won't have to wait long to find out which one it is.

Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga

Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga

Lenovo solves half the Yoga equation with a clever hidden keyboard on the ThinkPad Yoga. If we could combine this with the higher-res screen and better looks of the consumer version, we'd have the ultimate hybrid.
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Staples Connect

Staples Connect

It's probably too early to commit to a master smart-home platform, but for basic home automation across multiple devices, Staples Connect works well -- and at $99, it's priced just right.
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Neato XV Essential

Neato XV Essential

The Neato XV Essential is a whopping $320 less than the iRobot Roomba 880 and performed similarly well. However, its cheap filter makes it hard to use -- if you want a Neato, stick with the $399 XV Signature or the $449 XV Signature Pro.
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